Texas mall complex shooting: Police kill gunman, ‘multiple’ dead.

Mass Shooting at Texas Mall Leaves Nine Dead and Seven Hospitalized

Tragedy struck on Saturday afternoon when a gunman opened fire at Allen Premium Outlets in Allen, Texas, leaving nine people dead and seven hospitalized, with three in critical condition. The suspect, who remains unidentified, was shot and killed by a responding police officer.

Details of the Shooting

The shooting occurred at around 3:30 p.m. local time, and authorities with the Collin County Sheriff’s Office have urged residents to avoid the area as they handle the situation. Children were among the dead, and the suspect was seen exiting their own car wearing body armor before opening fire on unsuspecting shoppers nearby.

Response and Evacuation

Video footage from a nearby vehicle showed cars dashing away as the suspect continued shooting in multiple directions. Helicopter footage taken by local station Fox 4 showed at least four bodies being covered by white sheets outside of the H&M in the mall complex. Hundreds of shoppers were evacuated in an orderly fashion from stores including Michael Kors, American Eagle, and Kay Jewelers.

Reaction from Officials

Governor Greg Abbott has expressed his condolences and described the shooting as an “unspeakable tragedy.” Authorities have declined to identify the now deceased suspect or the names of victims.

• Nine people dead, seven hospitalized
• Shooting occurred at Allen Premium Outlets in Allen, Texas
• Suspect was shot and killed by a responding police officer
• Children were among the dead
• Video footage shows suspect wearing body armor and shooting in multiple directions
• Shoppers were evacuated from stores including Michael Kors, American Eagle, and Kay Jewelers
• Governor Greg Abbott has expressed his condolences